As induction chemotherapy goes on,target volume,dose distribution in the surrounding organs at risk (OARs),and target dose conformity all change.Therefore,the question is how to develop reasonable radiotherapy plans in clinical practice.Induction chemotherapy followed by radiotherapy is commonly used around the world,but it is recommended to delineate the target volume based on the gross tumor volume before induction chemotherapy and not to reduce the dose.This point of view lacks the basis of evidence-based medicine.The experts and scholars in China clarify the advantages of radiotherapy plans after induction chemotherapy from the aspects of reducing the target volume,reducing the volume of high-dose region in the target volume,increasing the uniform dose coverage in target volume,reducing dose to OARs,and increasing dose conformity.However,at present,there are no objective data on its long-term efficacy and benefit.Besides,no consensus has been reached on how to delineate the target volume and determine the dose distribution after induction chemotherapy,and further studies are needed.

OBJECTIVE To investigate the risk factors for nosocomial pneumonia(NP) caused by imipenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii(IRAB) and its antimicrobial susceptibility in vitro. METHODS The data of 34 cases of IRAB-NP were analyzed and 68 cases of NP caused by imipenem-susceptible A.baumannii(ISAB) were randomized as control.Antimicrobial susceptibility(MIC) was determined with the method of agar dilution. RESULTS The two independent factors associated with the development of IRAB-NP: previous fluoroquinolone(OR=5.738) and imipenem/meropenem(OR=7.129) use.The drug sensitivity test in vitro showed that these strains were multiresistant to commonly used antibiotics,and only ampicillin/sulbactam and cefoperazone/sulbactam whose resistance rate was less than 30%. CONCLUSIONS Previous imipenem/meropenem and fluoroquinolone use is independent risk factors for IRAB-NP.These strains are high drug resistant.

ion sections were not significantly different between 2005 and 2006, the rest inter-annual comparisons were significantly different (P<0.01).

Objective To investigate the etiology features and relevant risk factors of non-albicans candida infections in hospital. Methods 256 patients of non-albicans candida infections admitted in the second hospital of shanxi medical university from April 2006 to March 2008 were enrolled in this investigation, and a prospective case-control study was executed on 256 cases of non-albicans candida infections and 1220 cases of non-fungal infections. The incidence and risk factors of non-albicans candida infections were analyzed by statistical software SPSS13.0. Results Candida glabrata was the most common reason of non - albicans candida infections (38. 28% ) , followed by candida krusei (37. 11% ), candida parapsilosis ( 12. 50% ), candida tropicalis (9. 77% ), candida lusitaniae (2. 34% ). Univariate analysis and multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that aging, length of stay, underlying disease, losing albumin, using prophylaxis antifungal drugs, using broad spectrum antibiotics, invasive examination and treatment ( such as total parenteral nutrition ( TPN ), invasive procedures, central venous catheters, hemodialysis and mechanical ventilation,et al. ) were the independent risk factors for non-albicans candida infections. Conclusions Non-albicans candida was the main of fungal infections in patients. To efficiently control the disease, it will be helpful by early diagnosis and treatment underlying diseases and commodities and using appropriate tools of examine and treatment methods.

Objective To investigate the epidemiology and relevant risk factors of invasive fungal infection (IFI) in hospital old patients for non-respiratory tract. Methods Seventy-eight patients of IFI in non-respiratory tract were enrolled in this investigation. The incidence and risk factors of IFI were analyzed by prospective case-control study. Results In 78 old patients, 84 strains were isolated from different parts, and the most was Candida spp 82 strains (97.62%,82/84), followed by Candida albicans 55 strains (67.07%,55/82), Candida glabrata 13 strains ( 15.85%, 13/82), Candida krusei 6 strains (7.32%, 6/82), Candida tropicalis 4 strains (4.88% ,4/82), Candida parapsilosis 3 strains (3.66% ,3/82), Candida lusitaniae 1 strain ( 1.22%, 1/82). Aspergillus 2 strains (2.38%,2/84). Multivariate Logistic regression analysis showed that age, pathogen detection time, underlaying disease,glucocorticoids, immunosuppressants were the risk factors for IFI in non-respiratory tract. Conclusions Candida albicans is the main pathogens of Candida infections in old patients. To efficiently control the risk factors should be emphasized in old patients, including early diagnosis and treatment underlying diseases, appropriate use drugs, right to shorten hospital stay.

Objective:To explore the feasibility and clinical efficacy of stratified suture of lateral pharyngeal wall(SSLPW) combined with soft palate radiofrequency coblation in the treatment of the patients with severe obstructive sleep apnea hypopnea syndrome(OSAHS).Methods:The clinical data of 21 severe OSAHS patients underwent lateral pharyngoplasty(LP) combined with soft palate radiofrequency coblation (LP group) and 39 severe OSAHS patients underwent SSLPW combined with soft palate radiofrequency coblation (SSLPW group) were selected.The apnea hypopnea index(AHI),lowest SaO2(LSaO2),Epworth sleepiness scale(ESS) scores,and related postoperative complications of the patients in two groups were analyzed before and after operation.The successful rates of operation of the patients in two were compared.Results:In LP group,1 patient was cured (5%),19 patients were improved markedly (90%),1 patient was effective (5%),and no patient was invalid;the successful rate was 95.2%(20/21).In SSLPW group,2 patients were cured (5.1%),33 patients were improved markedly (84.6%),4 patients were effective (10.3%),and no patients was invalid;the successful rate was 89.7%(35/39);there was no statistical difference in the successful rate of operation of the patients between two groups (P>0.05).There was statistically significant improvement of the subjective symptoms.All the patients returned to normal subjective swallowing functions without nasal pharyngeal reflux and dysphagia in one month follow-up after operation.Compared with before operation,the AHI and ESS scores of the patients in two groups after operation were decreased(P<0.05);the LSaO2 scores were increased(P<0.05).Conclusion:The AHI,LSaO2 and ESS scores are significantly improved in the OSAHS patients after treated with SSLPW combined with soft palate radiofrequency coblation.The method is a valid option for the severe OSAHS patients.

Objective To explore the effect of iron chelators on labile iron pool and expression of apoptosis associated genes in cells of K562, an erythroleukemia cell line.Methods K562 cells were incubated at 37 ℃ in RPMI 1640 containing 10% heat-inactived fetal bovine serum in an saturated humidity and 5% CO_2 incubator. K562 cells were incubated with different concentrations of desferro-(xamine(DFO)). The study groups were divided as following: DFO group, iron+DFO group and the control group. Following indices were detected which included apoptosis by flow cytometry (FCM) assay, expression of Rb, c-myc, bax mRNA by RT-PCR. The intracellular LIP was measured with a fluorimetric assay using the metalsensitive probe calcein-AM.Results 1. The viability of K562 cells incubated with different concentrations of DFO was lower than that of control group at 12 h,24 h and 48 h (P

To evaluate the protective effects of intravitreal injection of cannabinoid HU - 211 for optic nerve in glaucoma rats, providing the experimental evidence in the treatment of glaucoma optic nerve injury.
●METHODS: Glaucoma rats (18 eyes) were modeled by electric coagulation sclera surface vein and randomized into 3 groups, group A received intravitreal injection of 1mg/ 0. 1mL cannabinoid HU - 211 every other day respectively; group B was given intravitreal injection of 0. 1mL water every other day, group C was high intraocular pressure (lOP) group, 6 eyes were randomly selected for blank control group ( group D). lOP was observed every day. The rats were sacrificed after treatment 4wk, froze retina section, HE stain. The density fluctuation of retinal ganglion cell ( RGC ) neurons assessment the optic nerve of rat model with chronic high lOP glaucoma were measured.
●RESULTS: The apoptosis and damage degree of RGC in group B was obviously higher than that in group A, with statistically significant difference (P<0. 05). There was no significant difference in groups B and C (P >0. 05).
●CONCLUSlON: lntravitreal injection of cannabinoid HU-211 shows obvious protective effect on optic nerve in glaucom rat models.

The traditional fermentation engineering experiment requires a reform on the experimental con-tents and teaching pattern. According to the production process of industrial enzymes, we set up a two-week comprehensive experiment. The students designed and prepared the experiment by themselves. Moreover, the pattern of self-management was used in the process and the experiment scores included the self-assess-ment and objective assessment. It was proved that the new teaching pattern increased the study interesting of students, inspired their initiative and trained their spirits of team cooperation. The teaching effect was im-proved markedly and good ideas are also put forward to solve the possible problem.

OBJECTIVETo explore the underlying mechanism of electroacupuncture for anti-aging.

METHODSForty Sprague-Dawley rats (female and male take one half for each), 3-month old, were divided into a control group, a model group, a routine electroacupuncture group (current intensity, 1 mA) and a strong electroacupuncture group (current intensity, 4.5 mA), 10 rats in each group. The model of aged rats was established by D-galactose in the latter three groups. The acupoints of "Guanyuan" (CV 4) and "Zusanli" (ST 36) were used for electroacupuncture treatment, six times per week for 4 weeks. After that, the level of interleukin 6 (IL-6) in the serum, as well as the expression of neuropeptide Y mRNA (NPY mRNA) and IL-6 receptor (IL-6R) in the periventricular hypothalamic nucleus (PVN) were examined and compared between each group.

RESULTSIn comparison of the control rats, the model rats expressed with the lower level of NPY mRNA in PVN, higher levels of IL-6 in the serum and IL-6R in PVN, which is different from each other (P < 0.05). In both routine electroacupuncture group and strong electroacupuncture group, the level of NPY mRNA in PVN was up-regulated, in contrast, the levels of IL-6 in the serum and IL-6R in PVN were cut down, which were different from those of the model group (both P < 0.05). Furthermore, the therapeutic effect of the strong electroacupuncture group is different from that of the routine electroacupuncture group (P < 0.05).

CONCLUSIONElectroacupuncture at "Qiangzhuang" acupoints plays an active role to slow down the aging process on the sub-acute aged rats through regulating the function of neuro-immune system, and the therapeutic effect of strong stimulation is better than that of routine stimulation.

Acupuncture Points ; Aging ; immunology ; physiology ; Animals ; Disease Models, Animal ; Electroacupuncture ; Female ; Humans ; Hypothalamus ; metabolism ; Interleukin-6 ; genetics ; metabolism ; Male ; Neuroimmunomodulation ; Neuropeptide Y ; genetics ; metabolism ; Random Allocation ; Rats ; Rats, Sprague-Dawley ; Receptors, Interleukin-6 ; genetics ; metabolism